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  1. Department: Beverage

Mix & Match for Meal Sales Success: How Self-Pour Tech and Consumer-Centric Innovation Are Changing the Food & Beverage Game

  As dining trends continue to evolve, one thing is clear—flexibility, personalization, and convenience are leading the charge. In today’s hybrid world of foodservice, where snacking is replacing meals and beverage programs can make or break profitability, the 2024 Self-Pour Impact Report from PourMyBev shines a spotlight on how next-gen beverage tech is driving serious […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Want to Drive Success in 2025? You Need to Diversify Your Social Campaign Creatives

Success in digital advertising doesn’t happen overnight. Instead, it’s the result of thoughtful planning and strategic creativity. With 87% of shoppers saying social media influences their purchase decisions, it’s more important than ever to ensure your campaigns are hitting the mark. Rather than reactively thinking of creative shifts as last-minute adjustments, it’s never too late […]
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  1. Department: HBC

Zig-Zag Rolls into Times Square for 4/20 Cannabis Countdown

For 4/20, the day that Manhattan streets are supposed to reek of weed, iconic rolling papers brand Zig-Zag will sponsor the Cannabis Now Official 4/20 Countdown Celebration in Times Square, kicking off at 3 p.m. that day. Additionally, at the Charlie Fox dispensary in Times Square, the brand will debut “Zig-Zag Through the Years,” an […]
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  1. Department: Consumer Durables

Nike is still winning the teen market

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief The athletics brand ranked top for apparel and footwear, while beauty spending reached its highest ever, according to Piper Sandler’s latest report. Published April 14, 2025 A group of teens on their devices. Nike remains the top clothing brand for teens and Amazon a favorite shopping website, according to Piper Sandler. LeoPatrizi […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

The 39 Steps, & Other Consumer Revelations

Circana is out with its “A Day in the Life of the Complete Consumer” report, and among the tidbits is the revelation that “the average household now shops at 39 unique retailers a year.” The report – which Circana says “digs into where, how, and why Americans are spending their money across retail and foodservice, […]
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  1. Department: Nonfood

Amazon Pet Day Discounts will Set Tails a-Wagging and Cats a-Purring

For the fourth year, Amazon will offer significant discounts to pet parents on Amazon Pet Day, May 13-14 in the U.S. Early deals will begin appearing on April 29, and the 48-hour event will include bargains on pet food and treats, toys, apparel, health care products, grooming supplies, litter and odor products, electronics, cleaners and […]
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  1. Corporate Finance

Victoria’s Secret hires Savage x Fenty vet in leadership overhaul

​[[“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. CEO Hillary Super is transforming Victoria’s Secret & Co. — starting at the top.  The retailer on Tuesday announced a flurry of leadership changes, including the appointment of three new brand presidents.  But in perhaps the biggest move, Adam Selman has been […]
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  1. Channel: Mass

Ulta pauses on Target expansion efforts, for now

​[[{“value”:” CEO Kecia Steelman didn’t comment on plans for next year, but said the break in 2025 is geared at investing in the current 610 locations. Published April 8, 2025 Ulta Beauty opened its first in-store shop-in-shops at Target in August 2021. Cara Salpini/Retail Dive “}]] 
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Buzzwords, cop outs, and new homes: ten key takeaways from an electric Retail Technology Show 2025

Retail Technology Show took place last week at London Excel. And it was really rather good. Here are our ten key takeaways from a fantastic two days of cutting-edge tech, fantastic networking opportunities, and thought provoking conference sessions. 1. Move to London Excel pays off Whilst we will miss the eccentric charm of London Olympia, […]
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  1. Data & Insights

What’s Working in Retail Now: AI Shopping, Small Store Wins & Team Motivation

  What a month it’s been in our world! I’m excited to share some insights that caught my eye recently – from Wayfair betting big on AI with their new “Muse” tool (making inspirational room scenes instantly shoppable), to some encouraging news for smaller retailers who are proving that size doesn’t always dictate success in […]
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  1. Merchandising

How To Choose the Right Packaging Partner For Your Retail Business

You’ve poured your heart into creating a product. Say, a handmade candle or a trendy snack bar, and it’s finally ready to hit the shelves. You’re excited to see it in customers’ hands, but then the first shipment arrives at their doors. The boxes are crushed, the labels are smudged, or worse, the product inside […]
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  1. Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers

Saks to Keep Dallas Neiman Marcus Open Through 2025 Holidays, Explore ‘Reimagination’ of Historic Retail Site

Just in the nick of time, Saks Global has announced a detente in the dramatic saga of the historic Neiman Marcus in downtown Dallas. Saks — which finalized its acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group in December 2024 — had announced in February 2025 that the store would close on March 31 following an ongoing lease […]
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  1. Department: HBC

Coty sells stake in Kim Kardashian beauty brand Skkn to Skims

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief Skims will unite its beauty and lifestyle ventures under one brand in a “pivotal” expansion for the shapewear brand. Published March 25, 2025 Kim Kardashian poses for her skincare line, Skkn by Kim. Skims will expand into beauty, skin care and fragrance with the acquisition of the brand. Kim Kardashian for Skkn […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Why Amazon Can’t Crack Grocery and the Rise of Social Commerce with Jason Goldberg, Chief Commerce Strategy Officer at Publicis (Part 2)

In the latest episode of Remarkable Retail, hosts Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis kick off with a roundup of the week’s most impactful retail news. They dive into the potential liquidation of Hudson’s Bay Company, examining the challenges the iconic retailer faces amid financial turbulence. With speculation swirling around the sale of HBC’s heritage Stripes […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

How to Build Brand Identity Through Recipe Development

A picture is worth a thousand words, right? In today’s fast-paced digital world this has never been truer. With 65% of people being visual learners, it’s clear that the way you present your brand visually makes all the difference.   Research shows that 95% of viewers can retain a message when it’s experienced visually, compared […]
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  1. Department & Category

Edible Leans into its Name with Launch of Marketplace for Hemp-Based Products

Edible Arrangements, know for its colorful fruit bouquets, rebranded as Edible Brands in late 2023. Now the company is leaning into potential confusion around its name with the debut of an ecommerce marketplace focused on hemp-based products — Edibles.com. The site launched in Texas on March 20, and Edible Brands plans to quickly expand it […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

British online department store Debenhams unveils DebenhamsPay+ BNPL option for customers

Debenhams is launching a buy now pay later option. Fast fashion firm boohoo acquired the name and website operations of Debenhams from administrators after the debt laden retailer, which had 123 stores and 12,000 staff, collapsed in 2020. It has since rebranded to Debenhams Group, a move that follows a huge fall from grace on […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Google Shopping gets smarter with a suite of AI tools

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief Customers can now virtually try on multiple makeup products at once based on beauty trends and draw inspiration from generated AI images. Published March 13, 2025 A customer tries on a “soft glam” makeup look with Google Shopping’s virtual try-on. The search engine updated its AI tools to include more options for […]
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Walgreens Agrees to $10B Sycamore Partners Acquisition

Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has finalized a deal with private equity firm Sycamore Partners to take the company private after being in the stock market for nearly 100 years. Sycamore will pay $11.45 per share in cash for the Walgreens business, according to a company announcement. Shareholders can receive up to $3 more per share […]
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